Author: Editorial team
Making plans in Dubai does not have to mean setting aside hundreds of dirhams. Whether you are organising a family outing, catching up with friends or looking for something different to do after work, some options leave room in your budget. From a free quiz night to a Saturday brunch with change from Dh100, here are eight activities to try. Prices cover the activity, entry or package specified, with additional purchases charged separately. 1. Try a free gymnastics and dance class Children and teenagers can try Veo Fitness’s new rhythmic gymnastics and dance programme with Coach Sveta, with the first…
Germany’s Lufthansa Group will gradually resume flight connections to Dubai starting in late October 2026, the airline said in a statement on Wednesday.”At peak operation, Lufthansa Group airlines will offer up to 36 weekly flights to and from Dubai,” it said in a statement.”The gradual resumption of services will strengthen the Lufthansa Group’s presence in the Middle East while significantly expanding travel options for both business and leisure customers.” Source: Khaleej Times
Prince George has begun a new chapter in his education, arriving at Eton College for his first day at the prestigious British boarding school.The 13-year-old was accompanied by his parents, Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales, as he arrived at the school on Tuesday, September 8.New photographs shared by the Prince and Princess of Wales showed George wearing Eton’s traditional uniform, which includes a black tailcoat, waistcoat, pinstriped trousers and a white collar.“George’s first day at Eton,” the royal couple captioned the photographs, which were taken by photographer Matt Porteous.The young royal, who is second in line to the…
Carlos Alcaraz tumbled out of the US Open quarterfinals at 3:34 am Wednesday, falling to Ben Shelton in an epic five-set thriller that broke the record for latest finish ever at Flushing Meadows.The big-hitting Shelton claimed his first career win over Alcaraz, 6-7 (5/7), 6-1, 6-3, 1-6, 7-6 (10/7), ending the Spaniard’s hopes of retaining his title in his first tournament back after a four-month injury absence.Earlier, Jessica Pegula reached the US Open semifinals for a third successive year, coming from a set down to beat Emma Navarro 3-6 6-4 6-3 in an all-American clash on Tuesday.The 32-year-old will face…
ABU DHABI, 9th September, 2026 (WAM) — Bloom Holding, a master developer committed to curating premium communities that provide a high standard of living, has announced the launch of Alhambra, the final release of Bloom Living, its fully integrated and all-inclusive community in Abu Dhabi. Inspired by Mediterranean Spanish architecture, Alhambra features Souk Alhambra, which lies at the heart of the development and brings together retail and essential services, forming the social centre of Bloom Living and offering a carefully curated mix of everyday essentials. Carlos Wakim, CEO of Bloom Holding, said, “Alhambra marks a defining milestone for Bloom Living,…
ABU DHABI, 9th September, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, has chaired a meeting of the Ministerial Council for Artificial Intelligence and Development, held at Qasr Al Watan, Abu Dhabi. The Council reviewed the Agentic AI Project’s strategy and updates, and other related national initiatives. During the meeting, His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan affirmed that the UAE, under the leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President,…
Sportswear giant Adidas has apologised after a campaign featuring a former Israeli soldier who lost a leg during his military service sparked widespread criticism and calls for a boycott. The controversy centred on Shalev Biton, an amputee runner who appeared in an Israeli campaign promoting the company’s Single Shoe service. The initiative allows people who require only one shoe, including amputees and those with limb differences, to purchase a single shoe instead of a pair. Biton lost his left leg after being wounded by an anti-tank missile while serving in the Israeli military near Gaza during the 2021 conflict. He…
Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, on Wednesday announced Azizi Florence, its debut project in Sharjah, valued at Dh30 billion.The freehold master-planned community will comprise 1,130 villas, more than 6,000 townhouses and 3,500 apartments. Three-bedroom townhouses will start from Dh1.89 million, priced at Dh850 per square foot of sellable area.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.The project will combine residential, retail, hospitality, education, leisure and wellness offerings, centred around a 1.7 million square foot Central Park. The community will be divided into six residential clusters, each featuring its own park, clubhouse,…
Prince Harry and his wife Meghan are surprised by a letter sent on behalf of King Charles clarifying that they were no longer working members of the royal family and that they would remain private citizens, their spokesperson said.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex and their two children returned to live in Britain last month, six years after stepping down from royal duties and moving to the US during a period of estrangement and awkward relations with the royal family.The return was a surprise even to close family with Harry’s father, the king, only being told days before the news…
Real Madrid punished two costly Inter Milan mistakes to win their Champions League opener 2-1 on Tuesday, with Kylian Mbappe and Federico Valverde scoring and goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois keeping the visitors at bay at the Santiago Bernabeu.Erling Haaland struck twice after halftime as Manchester City won 2-0 at Porto, extending coach Enzo Maresca’s winning start following three successive Premier League victories.Real Betis twice came from behind to beat Lille 3-2 in France, with defender Marc Bartra scoring twice before Troy Parrott grabbed the winner. Lille later had Ethan Mbappe sent off.Serhou Guirassy’s late double secured Borussia Dortmund a 3-2 home…